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Jane Drake

    This sister duo, Jane Drake and Ann Love, has co-authored over twenty-five non-fiction titles for junior and intermediate students. Their work often draws from a lifelong passion for the outdoors, evident in themes related to nature and the environment. The authors focus on presenting fascinating facts and stories in an engaging manner, sparking curiosity and a love for the natural world in young readers. Their dedication to sharing their enthusiasm for the outdoors is reflected in each of their acclaimed books.

    Jane Drake
    The University city of Oxford
    Of Promises and Previews
    Planning Children's Play and Learning in the Foundation Stage
    The Cambrian Way
    City of York
    Snow Amazing: Cool Facts and Warm Tales
    • The authors delve into the multifaceted world of snow, examining its role as a habitat and its environmental significance. They highlight the effects of snow on both human and animal life, weaving in captivating stories and folklore from various cultures. Through their exploration, readers gain a deeper appreciation for the beauty and dangers of snow, revealing its profound impact on ecosystems and communities worldwide.

      Snow Amazing: Cool Facts and Warm Tales
    • City of York

      • 28 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      City of York (Pitkin Guides) Paperback – December, 1990 by Jane Drake

      City of York
    • The Cambrian Way is a tough high level coast to coast walk through wildest Wales. Tony Drake, pioneer of the Cambrian Way, brought many years of experience as a footpath conservationist to the planning of this superb route for the discerning mountain walker. The route has been well researched to follow public rights of way or access land over mountain and moorland. It provides a fine three weeks walk through scenically superb and largely unfrequented country. The route in this book requires map reading skills and much stamina to achieve its 288 miles and about 67,000 feet of ascent. There is however no need to worry about peat bogs, interminable stiles, firing ranges, deer stalking and grouse shooting that beset some other trails. This is a practical guide and handbook with 106 maps and information on a total of 131 youth hostels, bunk houses, camp sites and b&b addresses.

      The Cambrian Way
    • Practitioners need help keeping up to speed with the latest developments in the Foundation Stage. Updated in line with current policy and practice, this new edition fully reflects the content of ‘Curriculum guidance for the foundation stage’ (QCA 2000) and recognises the importance of play as a context for young children’s learning. With explicit links to the early learning goals, it includes practical guidance and ideas Incorporating 'Key Points for Good Practice' within each chapter, this is a key text for all practitioners working in the Foundation Stage. It is also ideal for students pursuing Qualified Teacher Status in the Early Years and for those enrolled in courses in Early Childhood Studies.

      Planning Children's Play and Learning in the Foundation Stage
    • Of Promises and Previews

      Urgent Old Messages for a New Millennium

      • 372 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      The book explores the essential teachings of the Prophets from Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, highlighting a unifying narrative often overshadowed by divisive doctrines. It emphasizes the importance of these combined messages in a world increasingly threatened by violence and hatred. By focusing on their shared values, the work aims to foster understanding and reconciliation among the three faiths during a critical time in history.

      Of Promises and Previews
    • Bonnie Prince Charlie

      • 24 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      On 5 July, 1745, Prince Charles Edward Stuart began his short but epic voyage to Scotland to reclaim the throne lost to the Stuarts by his grandfather James II. On 20 September 1746, he left Scotland for ever, a defeated and disappointed man. The effects of the "45 uprising are still felt and remembered with passion in Scotland.

      Bonnie Prince Charlie